Description
Oven Baked Chicken Thighs are the ultimate comfort food, delivering tender, juicy meat with irresistibly crispy skin. This easy recipe features a flavorful marinade of garlic, paprika, and zesty lemon juice that transforms simple chicken into a show-stopping dish. Perfect for busy weeknights or cozy gatherings, these chicken thighs will delight your family and friends alike. Get ready for a mouthwatering experience that makes mealtime memorable!
Ingredients
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- 4 bone-in chicken thighs
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C).
- In a bowl, mix olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and lemon juice until well combined.
- Generously coat the chicken thighs in the marinade.
- Arrange the marinated thighs skin-side up on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature reaches 165°F/74°C).
- Allow to rest for 5 minutes before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken thigh (140g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 630mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
Keywords: For extra crispiness, sear the chicken thighs in a hot skillet for 2-3 minutes before baking. Feel free to experiment with herbs like thyme or rosemary for added flavor. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to four days.